Dresden

Dresden serves as Saxony capital and River Elbe second-largest city after $1, renowned as Florence on Elbe for magnificent baroque architecture. Zwinger Palace designed by Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann represents Germany most important baroque buildings housing world-class museums. Frauenkirche Lutheran church originally 18th-century, destroyed WWII, rebuilt 2005 as pristine baroque architecture symbol. Semperoper opera house features opulent architecture hosting world-class performances in cultural gem venue. Twelve Dresden State Art Collections include treasures like Raphael Sistine Madonna, Green Vault world largest treasure chamber, Old Masters Gallery prestigious 15th-18th century paintings. Canaletto view showcases magnificent baroque buildings along Elbe framed by Brühl Terrace. Royal Palace, Elbe Castles, Blasewitz villas, Hellerau garden city complete architectural heritage. UNESCO Elbe Valley recognition reflects outstanding universal value before delisting.